Vatican City Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour
Discover Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with Expert Guide on a Skip the Line Tour in Rome
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1 participant
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- • Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in Vatican City
- • Enjoy a 3 Hour Guided Tour of Artistic Masterpieces
- • Experience the Best of Renaissance Art in a Small Group
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the world's most significant cultural treasures with a Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica access tour. This amazing experience allows for a deep dive into art, history, and spirituality, all within the breathtaking walls of Vatican City. Perfectly suited for art lovers, history enthusiasts, and those looking to appreciate beauty, this tour will leave lasting memories that resonate for years to come.
Enjoy the luxury of skip-the-line access, ensuring that precious time is spent absorbing the stunning galleries rather than waiting in line. With the guidance of an expert, friendly tour leader, explore remarkable artworks and historical treasures that tell the captivating stories of Renaissance masters like Michelangelo and Raphael. Walk through the famous Galleries of the Maps, Tapestries, and Candelabra, culminating in the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's breathtaking frescoes will leave you speechless. At the end of the tour, take in the magnificent architecture of St. Peter's Basilica, accessible with ease through the exclusive entry options available.
This experience is not just a feast for the eyes but also an exceptional gift idea for friends or loved ones. A Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour offers the chance to share in the beauty and culture of one of the most visited landmarks in the world. Whether it's a special occasion or a spontaneous surprise, this tour – paired with access to the iconic Basilica – promises a gift that will be cherished for a lifetime.
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Customer reviews highlight a consistently positive experience when visiting the Vatican Museums, especially with knowledgeable and engaging guides like Mariangela, who are praised for their thorough explanations and ability to make the tour enjoyable. Visitors appreciate the stunning architecture, rich history, and ample opportunity to take photographs. The emphasis on arriving early, dressing appropriately, and wearing comfortable shoes adds practical value for future guests. Additionally, bypassing long lines with guided tours is frequently mentioned as a significant advantage, making the experience even more worthwhile. Overall, the combination of insightful guidance and breathtaking sights ensure a memorable visit to this iconic destination.
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Experience Overview:
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Tour And Basilica AccessVatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour with an expert friendly guide in a small group.
Take advantage of your skip-the-line tickets and maximize your time inside this magnificent Vatican Museums. Your guide will lead you through the amazing galleries housing one of the most important art collections of the world. Art and history will be brought back to life and you will learn many stories & anecdotes through the headsets so you do not miss any words of the hidden artworks.
During your tour you will discover the Galleries of the Maps, Tapestries and Candelabra and the masterpiece of Michelangelo: The Sistine Chapel. At the end of your tour, enter the Basilica with our skip the line access (if option selected).
You will learn about the Renaissance painters: Michelangelo & Raphael and their rivalry throughout their lives.
Note: we do not give access to the Basilica on closing days set by the Vatican.
Meeting Point
Via Vespasiano, 24
Via Vespasiano, 24, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
Get off at "Ottaviano" Stop on Metro A line. From the station, walk on Via Ottaviano following the indication to St. Peter square.When you arrive across at Via Germanico, go to the right follow the street. In 100meters, Via Vespasiano will be on your left. At the number 24, you'll find our office.
What's included:
- Headsets
- Skip the line-Basilica ENTRY ONLY(if option selected, no for option TICKET ONLY)
- Free Wifi available at the meeting point
- Professional guide for 2.5 hours (IF OPTION SELECTED)
- Staff available to assist you at the meeting point
- Skip the line Entry - Vatican Museums
- Skip the line entry - Sistine Chapel
Not included:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What to expect:
Duration: 3 hours
Vatican City
Vatican City
The Vatican City State, also known simply as the Vatican, became independent from Italy with the Lateran Treaty (1929), and it is a distinct territory under "full ownership, exclusive dominion, and sovereign authority and jurisdiction" of the Holy See, itself a sovereign entity of international law, which maintains the city state's temporal, diplomatic, and spiritual independence.With an area of 49 hectares and a population of about 825,it is the smallest state in the world by both area and population.
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Vatican Museums
Viale Vaticano, Vatican City, 00120
Vatican Galleries including the one of the Maps, Tapestries and Candelabra.
Pine Court courtyard, Pio Clementine Museum, Apollo of Belvedere, Laocoon, Nero's bathtub, Room of Muses.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
Viale Vaticano, Vatican City, 00165
Frescoes of Michelangelo
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The Basilica of Saint Peter is closed on Wednesdays and during religious holidays.
All guests must bring a photo ID for the security check.
Please note that the Vatican Museums are very strict with entrance times. Latecomers are not guaranteed entry, and no refunds will be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
The Vatican Museums enforce a mandatory dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered.
Entrance to the Basilica may be restricted without prior notice due to religious ceremonies during the Jubilee Year.
Disabled visitors receive free entry to the Vatican Museums. To benefit from this, make sure you mention it at the time of booking so that the staff may handle your request.
Please note that the tour time may change. Ensure you provide your correct phone number, including country code, so we can contact you if needed.
Tours starting after 2:00 PM do not include access to the Basilica.
PLEASE NOTE: We are not responsable if St Peter's Basilica is closed for religious functions or for the decision of the Pope.
Please note that by purchasing this tour, you accept our Terms and Conditions and are aware that no refund will be given in case you do not attend the tour or arrive late for the tour. Please note that in the afternoon and on Wednesday, the door connecting the Basilica and the Vatican Museum is closed, and you are aware that by purchasing this tour, you will not have the skip-the-line passage for St. Peter’s Basilica. You can go to the Basilica on your own, entering from the main square
In peak season, due to the high number of visitors, it might take extra time to go through the security check and to collect the Vatican headsets which are compulsory.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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VIVICOS INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SRL
Product SKU: IT-58621-0038
Vatican City Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour
Lazio
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in Vatican City
- • Enjoy a 3 Hour Guided Tour of Artistic Masterpieces
- • Experience the Best of Renaissance Art in a Small Group
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